GE8 Swift Spring No-Rub Wheel & Tire Specs
the primary reason for me getting the bolts was not for clearance, but to give more lateral grip on the RE760's when turning hard. the shoulders showed it was getting slightly chewed up at the stock camber setting.
I doubt 20mm spacers in the rear will cause any rubbing with a 195/50 tire on stock wheels and Swift springs - it's a hair over 3/4" and the Swift springs aren't super low. I'd do the tires first before buying the spacers just in case. You might like the look without the xtra bump.
not sure yet over huge dips and humps, but with my 2 little kids onboard during my test drive today, no rubbing.
i tried both surface and expressways.
16x7 ET40 with DWS 205/50/16 (-1.5 neg camber on front dialed in)
i tried both surface and expressways.
16x7 ET40 with DWS 205/50/16 (-1.5 neg camber on front dialed in)
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Joined: Nov 2011
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From: Anderson,SC
Bringing this back because I am hoping to get wheels soon along with a set of swifts. I have a question regarding offset, how do all these low offset slammed guys do it? Is it just in the roll and pull and they are still rubbing like crazy? I'm looking at some rpf1s, right now I'm debating 15s or 16s and whether or not I should get different offsets to help the rear look a little more even. I'd prefer not to rub since most of the time it will be me, the wife, and the baby we are expecting any day now along with all the luggage that comes with it.
...how do all these low offset slammed guys do it? Is it just in the roll and pull and they are still rubbing like crazy? I'm looking at some rpf1s, right now I'm debating 15s or 16s and whether or not I should get different offsets to help the rear look a little more even. I'd prefer not to rub since most of the time it will be me, the wife, and the baby we are expecting any day now along with all the luggage that comes with it.
If you're going with Swifts, you won't be slammed, and the car will still have a tolerable ride. From there, the offset only becomes a problem depending on the wheel/tire combo up-size you pick. Camber adjustments (front), fender rolling, removing the fender well splash guards, those things are a matter of choice if you go with a spring that takes you lower than the Swifts. Different width/offset for front-to-rear cosmetic appeal just adds more long-term cost (limits tire life, rotation possibilities to balance out tread wear).
Don't take this the wrong way - I don't know you personally and have no knowledge of your financial situation, but I'm going to get preachy... I'm probably a few years older than you, so this will be some fatherly advice. Unless you're a hard-core tuner, there isn't a whole lot you can do with a Fit beyond bolt-on stuff. You mentioned having a baby on the way, starting a family. That kind of jumped out at me. I'm guessing that your Fit is your daily driver, and you're wanting to throw money at it with a newborn on the way. Unless you have deep pockets, I would suggest just going with the Swifts and picking a straight 4-wheel/tire combo that doesn't require any addition mods or limit rotation. Yes, aftermarket bolt-ons for the Fit are generally inexpensive, but buying cosmetics for the Fit can be addictive. I've dropped a lot of cash on my Fit, and realize now that I should have just saved it for something else (different car). Save some cash for your new family life and enjoy being a dad with that new baby. Your child won't know/care, and I promise you, unless you have to absolute coolest wife in the world, throwing money at your Fit and/or slamming it is going to get old in a hurry from the female perspective once that kid arrives. Again, nothing personal, I just wish, even at an older age, that someone would have thrown some perspective my way about money burning a hole in my pocket, cuz I know I can spend it like nobody's business if left unchecked...
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Joined: Nov 2011
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From: Anderson,SC
First, if you're still wanting to split the difference between having something that is slammed and still practical for family driving, you've got too many options on the table. Like a former boss once told me - "pick a major."
If you're going with Swifts, you won't be slammed, and the car will still have a tolerable ride. From there, the offset only becomes a problem depending on the wheel/tire combo up-size you pick. Camber adjustments (front), fender rolling, removing the fender well splash guards, those things are a matter of choice if you go with a spring that takes you lower than the Swifts. Different width/offset for front-to-rear cosmetic appeal just adds more long-term cost (limits tire life, rotation possibilities to balance out tread wear).
Don't take this the wrong way - I don't know you personally and have no knowledge of your financial situation, but I'm going to get preachy... I'm probably a few years older than you, so this will be some fatherly advice. Unless you're a hard-core tuner, there isn't a whole lot you can do with a Fit beyond bolt-on stuff. You mentioned having a baby on the way, starting a family. That kind of jumped out at me. I'm guessing that your Fit is your daily driver, and you're wanting to throw money at it with a newborn on the way. Unless you have deep pockets, I would suggest just going with the Swifts and picking a straight 4-wheel/tire combo that doesn't require any addition mods or limit rotation. Yes, aftermarket bolt-ons for the Fit are generally inexpensive, but buying cosmetics for the Fit can be addictive. I've dropped a lot of cash on my Fit, and realize now that I should have just saved it for something else (different car). Save some cash for your new family life and enjoy being a dad with that new baby. Your child won't know/care, and I promise you, unless you have to absolute coolest wife in the world, throwing money at your Fit and/or slamming it is going to get old in a hurry from the female perspective once that kid arrives. Again, nothing personal, I just wish, even at an older age, that someone would have thrown some perspective my way about money burning a hole in my pocket, cuz I know I can spend it like nobody's business if left unchecked...
If you're going with Swifts, you won't be slammed, and the car will still have a tolerable ride. From there, the offset only becomes a problem depending on the wheel/tire combo up-size you pick. Camber adjustments (front), fender rolling, removing the fender well splash guards, those things are a matter of choice if you go with a spring that takes you lower than the Swifts. Different width/offset for front-to-rear cosmetic appeal just adds more long-term cost (limits tire life, rotation possibilities to balance out tread wear).
Don't take this the wrong way - I don't know you personally and have no knowledge of your financial situation, but I'm going to get preachy... I'm probably a few years older than you, so this will be some fatherly advice. Unless you're a hard-core tuner, there isn't a whole lot you can do with a Fit beyond bolt-on stuff. You mentioned having a baby on the way, starting a family. That kind of jumped out at me. I'm guessing that your Fit is your daily driver, and you're wanting to throw money at it with a newborn on the way. Unless you have deep pockets, I would suggest just going with the Swifts and picking a straight 4-wheel/tire combo that doesn't require any addition mods or limit rotation. Yes, aftermarket bolt-ons for the Fit are generally inexpensive, but buying cosmetics for the Fit can be addictive. I've dropped a lot of cash on my Fit, and realize now that I should have just saved it for something else (different car). Save some cash for your new family life and enjoy being a dad with that new baby. Your child won't know/care, and I promise you, unless you have to absolute coolest wife in the world, throwing money at your Fit and/or slamming it is going to get old in a hurry from the female perspective once that kid arrives. Again, nothing personal, I just wish, even at an older age, that someone would have thrown some perspective my way about money burning a hole in my pocket, cuz I know I can spend it like nobody's business if left unchecked...
I had a Civic Hybrid as my DD because of my long commute to work, but it wasn't practical enough with two black labs, a child and a spouse (at the time). I found out quickly how easy it was to do stuff on the Fit, the Honda designs are simple yet effective and very reliable. So yeah, taking it apart and putting it back together has been somewhat of a hobby for me. I should actually have 2 Fit's since I have enough spare parts and bolt-ons invested in my A/T DD that I could probably build up a B-Spec M/T version and do some SCCA racing to pass the time. Hmmmmm, I think I just gave myself another idea...
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From: Anderson,SC
Cool. Same here. Similar profile (except that I am divorced). I'm an engineer as well, multiple industries, spent time bringing Cleveland Engine Plant #1 online for Ford to build Duratec engines, then re-tooled the line two years later. It's funny, almost eight years have passed and the program manager was trying to contact me via Facebook last week regarding the EcoBoost engines they build now. She was real bummed that I don't live in Cleveland anymore - I guess good project managers are hard to find...
I had a Civic Hybrid as my DD because of my long commute to work, but it wasn't practical enough with two black labs, a child and a spouse (at the time). I found out quickly how easy it was to do stuff on the Fit, the Honda designs are simple yet effective and very reliable. So yeah, taking it apart and putting it back together has been somewhat of a hobby for me. I should actually have 2 Fit's since I have enough spare parts and bolt-ons invested in my A/T DD that I could probably build up a B-Spec M/T version and do some SCCA racing to pass the time. Hmmmmm, I think I just gave myself another idea...
I had a Civic Hybrid as my DD because of my long commute to work, but it wasn't practical enough with two black labs, a child and a spouse (at the time). I found out quickly how easy it was to do stuff on the Fit, the Honda designs are simple yet effective and very reliable. So yeah, taking it apart and putting it back together has been somewhat of a hobby for me. I should actually have 2 Fit's since I have enough spare parts and bolt-ons invested in my A/T DD that I could probably build up a B-Spec M/T version and do some SCCA racing to pass the time. Hmmmmm, I think I just gave myself another idea...
? I think my plans at this point is a mild drop and a set of RPF1's in either SBC or black for my OBM sport. Trying to find a complimentary color for an orange car is proving to be more difficult than I initially anticipated. I like the idea of light weight wheels, combined with a slightly lower center of gravity and less drag I can bump up my MPG a little more.
What was all that talk about not wasting too much money on a Fit ? I think my plans at this point is a mild drop and a set of RPF1's in either SBC or black for my OBM sport. Trying to find a complimentary color for an orange car is proving to be more difficult than I initially anticipated. I like the idea of light weight wheels, combined with a slightly lower center of gravity and less drag I can bump up my MPG a little more.
? I think my plans at this point is a mild drop and a set of RPF1's in either SBC or black for my OBM sport. Trying to find a complimentary color for an orange car is proving to be more difficult than I initially anticipated. I like the idea of light weight wheels, combined with a slightly lower center of gravity and less drag I can bump up my MPG a little more.
Yes, lightweight wheels are highly recommended, but, also pay attention to the tire weight. Depending on the size you choose, I've seen as much as a 3-5 lb difference from the crappy stock Dunlop's. That, and some MFG's tires just always seem to be on the heavy side. Mind you, I'm also trying to stick with a UHP tire in the $85-110 price range. I will not pay more than that for a tire for a Fit. I'm about a month away from buying new rubber, and I've decided to go with the Kumho Ecsta 4X (KU22) 195/50-16 this time around because I don't want to run another directional tire. I've had seriously uneven wear with the directional General Exclaim UHP tires I have now because of the sport driving I do. The right side has worn noticeably more than the left. IDK, maybe it's my driving tendencies - pushing left turns harder than right. But that won't be an issue if I can cross-rotate, so that's my plan.
To Rub or Not To Rub?
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Joined: Oct 2013
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From: Burbank Ca
Anybody else out there running 40 offset 16's on 205/50/16 tires? I'm looking to hopefully pick up some drag Dr31's for my fit, but It seems like the 40 offset may rub? I am on swift springs btw
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From: Worcester, MA USA
I've been running the swifts in my '10 Taffy AT Ge8, for some time now. Those and the progress rear sway!!!! Awesome combo! Also had a custom exhaust set up done. The exhaust paired with the k&n intake setup made a difference! All of the bolt-ons came together after swapping my plugs to the IK22's!!!!! Totally runs WAY BETTER! My fit gas better pickup, acceleration... Just all around better now!
Question for you guys... Now with 110k for mileage, anyone else swap or combo any secific stuts or rear shocks with their Swifts? Or just... Oem replace? I've heard some run air shocks in the rear for better ride. Know if koni yellows match up? Any help is appreciated!- J
Question for you guys... Now with 110k for mileage, anyone else swap or combo any secific stuts or rear shocks with their Swifts? Or just... Oem replace? I've heard some run air shocks in the rear for better ride. Know if koni yellows match up? Any help is appreciated!- J
Question for you guys. Purchasing my first set of wheels and I was interested in a set of 16x7 +38 offset wheels and my tires are sitting on 195/50/16 Falkens, recently purchased. Could I purchase these without modifying my fenders and such? Would I rub? Any input would be greatly appreciated. I own a GE8 with Swift Springs and stock sport wheels.
Question for you guys. Purchasing my first set of wheels and I was interested in a set of 16x7 +38 offset wheels and my tires are sitting on 195/50/16 Falkens, recently purchased. Could I purchase these without modifying my fenders and such? Would I rub? Any input would be greatly appreciated. I own a GE8 with Swift Springs and stock sport wheels.
